For purposes of this subpart, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth in this section:

Administrator means the Administrator of the Agricultural Marketing Service, or any officer or employee of USDA to whom there has been delegated or may be delegated the authority to act in the Administrator's stead.

Referenda refers, collectively, to the initial referendum and any subsequent referenda.

Referendum refers, individually, to the initial referendum or a subsequent referendum.

Referendum agent or agent means the individual or individuals designated by the Secretary to conduct the referendum.